David, during a tour of Asian countries, witnessed honor killing in a village in Pakistan. Which of the following statements describes this term?
A. The killing of an animal, as sacrifice, for a religious ritual
B. The offering of a child, as sacrifice, as part of a religious ritual to ensure continued prosperity of the family
C. The killing of a woman after her husband's death
D. The murder of a girl child because she is considered a financial burden
E. The murder of a family member who has shamed the family by being a rape victim
Answer: E
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